- 1. Roosevelt by James MacGregor Burns is a comprehensive and insightful biography that delves into the life and legacy of Franklin D. Roosevelt, one of America's most revered presidents. Burns, a distinguished historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, presents a nuanced portrayal of Roosevelt, examining not only his political acumen and leadership during the Great Depression and World War II but also his personal struggles, including his battle with polio. The book explores Roosevelt's innovative policies, such as the New Deal, which aimed to alleviate economic distress and reshape the role of government in American life. Burns meticulously analyzes Roosevelt's ability to communicate and connect with the American public, his strategic political maneuvers, and his vision for a more equitable society, while also situating Roosevelt within the broader context of early 20th-century America. Through rich narratives and in-depth research, Burns provides readers with a multifaceted understanding of Roosevelt's character, his afflictions, and his remarkable resilience, making the biography not only a significant contribution to American history but also an engaging read for anyone looking to understand the complexities of leadership in times of crisis.
Who was the author of the biography 'Roosevelt'?
A) James MacGregor Burns
B) David McCullough
C) Ron Chernow
D) Doris Kearns Goodwin
- 2. What major event is Roosevelt known for during his presidency?
A) World War I
B) The Great Depression
C) The Civil War
D) The Cold War
- 3. What program did Roosevelt introduce to help recover from the Great Depression?
A) The Square Deal
B) The New Frontier
C) The Fair Deal
D) The New Deal
- 4. What was a significant legislation passed under the New Deal?
A) The Voting Rights Act
B) Social Security Act
C) The Civil Rights Act
D) Nothing else was passed
- 5. Which disease left Roosevelt partially paralyzed?
A) Polio
B) Muscular dystrophy
C) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
D) Multiple sclerosis
- 6. What was the radio broadcast called that Roosevelt used to communicate with Americans?
A) Crisis Talks
B) Fireside Chats
C) Evening News
D) Direct Address
- 7. Which political party did Roosevelt belong to?
A) Republican Party
B) Progressive Party
C) Independent
D) Democratic Party
- 8. In what year was Franklin D. Roosevelt first elected president?
A) 1928
B) 1936
C) 1932
D) 1940
- 9. Roosevelt was elected for how many terms?
A) Five terms
B) Three terms
C) Two terms
D) Four terms
- 10. What major foreign conflict did Roosevelt lead the U.S. into?
A) World War II
B) The Korean War
C) World War I
D) The Vietnam War
- 11. What historic meeting did Roosevelt attend in 1945 with Churchill and Stalin?
A) Potsdam Conference
B) Tehran Conference
C) Yalta Conference
D) Casablanca Conference
- 12. Which amendment limited presidential terms following Roosevelt's presidency?
A) 25th Amendment
B) 22nd Amendment
C) 19th Amendment
D) 20th Amendment
- 13. What was a major criticism of Roosevelt's presidency?
A) Not enough support for labor
B) Too much isolationism
C) Expansion of federal government power
D) Failure in foreign policy
- 14. What was the purpose of the Civilian Conservation Corps?
A) Job creation for young men
B) Educational reform
C) Military training
D) Urban development
- 15. What was the first fireside chat about?
A) Civil rights
B) The banking crisis
C) World War I
D) Labor relations
- 16. What famous program in history began in 1935?
A) Unemployment Insurance
B) Social Security
C) Food Stamps
D) Medicare
- 17. Where was Franklin D. Roosevelt born?
A) Hyde Park, New York
B) Boston, Massachusetts
C) Chicago, Illinois
D) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- 18. Who succeeded FDR after his death?
A) Lyndon B. Johnson
B) Harry S. Truman
C) Dwight D. Eisenhower
D) Richard Nixon
- 19. What economic theory influenced Roosevelt’s policies?
A) Keynesian economics
B) Supply-side economics
C) Classical economics
D) Monetarism
- 20. Which world leader did Roosevelt work closely with during WWII?
A) Charles de Gaulle
B) Adolf Hitler
C) Winston Churchill
D) Joseph Stalin
- 21. In which year did Roosevelt die?
A) 1943
B) 1947
C) 1941
D) 1945
- 22. What was FDR's approach to the Great Depression primarily focused on?
A) Relief, Recovery, Reform
B) Insurance, Recovery, Reinvestment
C) Reduction, Adjustment, Stability
D) Aid, Growth, Regulation
- 23. Which international organization was founded during Roosevelt's presidency?
A) World Trade Organization
B) NATO
C) League of Nations
D) United Nations
- 24. What was Roosevelt's profession before becoming president?
A) Journalist
B) Teacher
C) Banker
D) Lawyer
- 25. What was the name of Franklin D. Roosevelt's dog?
A) Checkers
B) Toto
C) Buddy
D) Fala
- 26. What major event led to the United States' entry into WWII?
A) D-Day
B) Bombing of Hiroshima
C) Attack on Pearl Harbor
D) Invasion of Poland
- 27. Who was Franklin D. Roosevelt's wife?
A) Eleanor Roosevelt
B) Bess Truman
C) Lou Henry Hoover
D) Jackie Kennedy
- 28. What was the concluding chapter of Roosevelt's life focused on?
A) His health and legacy
B) The end of World War II
C) Political controversies
D) His family dynamics
- 29. What year did Roosevelt first take office?
A) 1941
B) 1929
C) 1935
D) 1933
- 30. Which program provided jobs for unemployed men?
A) Civilian Conservation Corps
B) Works Progress Administration
C) Job Corps
D) Youth Conservation Corps
- 31. What initiative aimed to improve relations with Latin America?
A) Good Neighbor Policy
B) Monroe Doctrine
C) Marshall Plan
D) Open Door Policy
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